Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ‘could consider a return to Canada in the event of deportation’

The couple live in Montecito, California with their two children

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may consider a move back to Canada if political tensions in the United States escalate, according to a royal commentator.

Speaking to Royal Insider, Richard Fitzwilliams suggested that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex could seek refuge in Canada, where they initially settled after stepping back from royal duties in 2020.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may consider a return to Canada, a royal expert has suggested (Credit: Cover Images)

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ‘could return to Canada’

It comes after US President Donald Trump hit out at Harry, 40, over his admission about past drug use in his memoir Spare. The Duke of Sussex admitted he had previously taken marijuana, cocaine and psychedelic mushrooms.

Following the book release in 2023, there was much speculation over whether Prince Harry had made his past drug use clear on his US visa application. Past drug use may be considered grounds to deny a US visa application.

Trump said during an interview: “If he lied they’ll have to take appropriate action.”

This then sparked speculation over whether Harry could face deportation from the US.

“In the event of deportation, which he would, of course, fight in the courts, it is likely Harry and Meghan would return to Canada,” royal commentator Richard told us.

“They first sought refuge [there] after stepping down as senior working royals. They have, of course, a holiday home in Portugal.”
President Trump has made his feelings clear over Harry’s past drug use admission (Credit: Cover Images)

Meghan Markle ‘intensely disliked in Britain’

Richard highlighted the couple’s complex relationships on both sides of the Atlantic.

“Meghan is intensely disliked in Britain, and Harry, with the family rift very deep, returns solo, as we have seen,” he explained.

The royal commentator also criticised Harry’s public disclosures in his memoir Spare.

“His admission of taking drugs both in Spare and in the interviews promoting it was highly unwise,” Richard said.

In the event of deportation, which he would, of course, fight in the courts, it is likely Harry and Meghan would return to Canada.

“If the way he lost his virginity and penile frostbite made him a laughing stock, and his admission of the number of Taliban members he killed increased his security risk, his highlighting drug use could lead to potential embarrassments.”

The expert also pointed out the Sussexes’ rocky relationship with Donald Trump, saying there is “no love lost between” them.

Richard went on to note the irony if the Sussexes were to return to Canada.

He said: “It would certainly be ironic if the Sussexes were to return to the country they first sought refuge in. Unlikely as it is, it would mark the end of their American Dream if it happened.”

For now, Harry and Meghan remain based in California, but ongoing political and personal challenges could lead them to reassess their future.
Harry and Meghan have a rocky relationship with Donald Trump (Credit: Cover Images)

Meghan Markle and Donald Trump’s ‘feud’

Meanwhile, Meghan Markle and Donald Trump have had a rocky relationship spanning years, beginning during Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign.

While still starring in TV drama Suits, Meghan criticised Trump. In an interview, the former actress called him “misogynistic” and “divisive” and urged people not to vote for him.

In 2019, Trump, then on a state visit to the UK, spoke warmly of Meghan, calling her “very nice” and praising Prince Harry as a “terrific guy”.

Who is Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex?

Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, is the wife of King Charles III’s youngest son Prince Harry.

Meghan Markle was born on August 4, 1981, in California, United States. She is currently 43 years old. She had a career in acting before marrying into the royal family in 2018.

What did Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex do before joining the monarchy?

Former actress Meghan had a string of acting roles before she met Prince Harry, most famously playing the role of Rachel Zane in legal drama Suits.

Her acting career began at Northwestern University.

The duchess also wrote a lifestyle blog named The Tig and became heavily involved in charity work – which has continued since she met Harry.

Marrying Prince Harry

Meghan married into the royal family on May 19, 2018, when she and Prince Harry tied the knot at St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle.

Just a few months after their wedding, Meghan and Harry announced they were expecting their first child. They welcomed Prince Archie on May 6, 2019.

Two years later on June 4, 2021, the couple welcomed a daughter named Princess Lilibet. She was named after the late Queen Elizabeth II – whose nickname was Lilibet.

Months after welcoming son Archie, Prince Harry and Meghan announced they were stepping down from their senior royal roles within the royal family. They then moved to the United States and have lived there since.

Meghan has made a return to the entertainment world, launching projects with Netflix alongside Harry. In January 2025, she announced a lifestyle show named With Love, Meghan, which will see her giving cooking and gardening tips to viewers alongside a host of celebrity guests. It will premiere on March 4, 2025.

However, their relationship soured after Harry and Meghan stepped back from royal duties in 2020.

Trump tweeted that the US would not cover their security costs, emphasising: “They must pay!”

In 2023, Trump’s frustration resurfaced over Prince Harry’s US visa controversy. Trump criticised the Biden administration for keeping Harry’s visa records private.

“I wouldn’t protect him. He betrayed the queen,” he announced to Express US.

Now with Trump back in the White House, what could this mean for Harry and Meghan’s future in the US?